In Jenny Ling’s blog post regarding the article “Are Free Samples of Brand-Name Baby Formula in Hospitals Unethical?” the question of whether companies should be allowed to advertise in hospitals was imposed. Personally, I don’t see what the big fuss is about.  New mothers are capable of understanding and knowing the importance of breastfeeding. I do not see them as being a vulnerable group to the advertisements.  If they seem confused as to whether they should breast feed or use baby formula, they can easily talk to their doctor or pick up a brochure to learn the facts. I don’t see why mothers would want to choose to use a baby formula instead of breast-feeding in the first place since breast-feeding would cost them nothing, opposed to paying $800-$2800 a year for infant formula.  Furthermore, banning the practice of providing formula samples in several cities and states is an extreme and unnecessary measure. Even if companies are not allowed to advertise in hospitals, they will still be sending out free samples in the mail to the homes of new mothers.